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Markquis Nowell signs two-way contract with Toronto Raptors.

Kansas State point guard Markquis Nowell signed a two-way contract with the Toronto Raptors as an undrafted free agent shortly after the NBA Draft ended. Nowell, who led the team in scoring with 17.6 points a game, can join the Raptors' summer league team and during the regular season can play either for Toronto or a G-League affiliate. Despite his lack of size, Nowell had a breakout season in 2022-23 under first-year Wildcats coach Jerome Tang and was a first-team all-conference pick and third-team All-American on a K-State team that won 26 games.

sports2 years ago

March Madness Analysis: Kansas State vs. Florida Atlantic and Markquis Nowell's Highlights.

Kansas State seniors Markquis Nowell and Keyontae Johnson played a pivotal role in the team's return to national relevance, leading the Wildcats to a No. 3 NCAA Tournament seed and a run to the Elite Eight. Despite falling short of the Final Four, both players credited first-year head coach Jerome Tang and K-State for bringing out the best in them. Nowell and Johnson hope to be remembered for giving their all to the program on and off the court.

sports2 years ago

Markquis Nowell's Impressive Performances Fall Short in NCAA Tournament.

Despite an all-time performance by Markquis Nowell, who set the record for assists in a men's NCAA tournament game and scored 30 points, 12 assists, and 5 steals, Kansas State lost to Florida Atlantic in the Final Four. Nowell's college career has ended, and he expressed his love for his team. Kansas State did not attempt a game-tying shot in the final seconds, and Florida Atlantic advanced.

sports2 years ago

FAU Shocks Kansas State, Advances to Final Four in NCAA Tournament

Ninth-seeded Florida Atlantic became the first and lowest-seeded team to reach this year’s Final Four by beating Kansas State 79-76. FAU won the East Region and will play the winner of Sunday’s South Region final between Creighton and San Diego State. Markquis Nowell scored 30 points, 12 assists and five steals for Kansas State, but didn't get enough help. In the other game, UConn earned their first trip to the Final Four in nine years with an 82-54 blowout of Gonzaga.

sports2 years ago

Elite Eight Showdown: Kansas State vs. FAU in NCAA Tournament.

No. 3 seed Kansas State will face No. 9 seed Florida Atlantic in the East regional final of the NCAA tournament for a spot in the Final Four. Kansas State's point guard Markquis Nowell had a tournament-record 19 assists in their thrilling overtime win over Michigan State in the Sweet 16. Florida Atlantic's sophomore guard combo of Johnell Davis and Alijah Martin will contend with Nowell and teammate Keyontae Johnson. The game will take place at Madison Square Garden and will be televised on TBS.

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Markquis Nowell leads Kansas State to OT victory over Michigan State in NCAA tournament.

Kansas State guard Markquis Nowell, who set a tournament record with 19 assists while also contributing 20 points and 5 steals in Thursday's 98-93 overtime win over Michigan State, said his injured ankle is 85% to 90% healthy and he is ready for Saturday's Elite Eight game against Florida Atlantic. Nowell had suffered a seemingly serious ankle injury early in the second half of the game against Michigan State but returned to the court after getting his ankle retaped.

sports2 years ago

Markquis Nowell's March Madness Legacy and Postgame Interview

Markquis Nowell, the 5-foot-8 point guard from Kansas State, set an NCAA tournament record with 19 assists to send his team to the Elite Eight. Nowell, a New York native, played in Madison Square Garden for the first time and was spurred on by a little trash talk from a Michigan State player. Nowell's competitive pettiness was contagious, and he put both Manhattans on his back to become a March Madness legend.

sports2 years ago

"Sweet 16 Showdown: Kansas State and Michigan State's Memorable Moments"

Kansas State advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA men's basketball tournament with a 98-93 overtime victory over Michigan State. Senior guard Keyontae Johnson's thunderous alley-oop dunk from teammate Markquis Nowell propelled the Wildcats to victory. The decision was not a "dummy call" or an intentional play to confuse the Michigan State defense, but a basketball play derived from the connection between Johnson and Nowell. The Wildcats will play Florida Atlantic in the Elite Eight on Saturday night.

sports2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Tom Izzo's Comment After Michigan State's Loss in March Madness

Tom Izzo's postgame comments after Michigan State's loss to Kansas State in the Sweet 16 of March Madness, where he referred to some of the Wildcats' plays as "lucky," have drawn criticism from some fans. Kansas State's Markquis Nowell had an unforgettable night, recording 19 assists and 20 points, including an incredible three-pointer on a hobbled ankle. Despite the loss, Izzo praised his team's effort and resilience. Kansas State will face Florida Atlantic in the Elite Eight.

sports2 years ago

Markquis Nowell's March Madness Performance Leads Kansas State to Elite 8 Victory.

Markquis Nowell, a 5-foot-8 guard from Kansas State, set an NCAA Tournament record with 19 assists in a Sweet 16 game against Michigan State at Madison Square Garden. Nowell, a New York native, also had 20 points and five steals in the game, which Kansas State won 98-93 in overtime. Despite twisting his ankle early in the second half, Nowell played the rest of the game and hit a crucial alley-oop to Keyontae Johnson to give the Wildcats a two-point lead with less than a minute remaining in overtime.

sports2 years ago

"Kansas State advances to Elite Eight in NCAA March Madness after thrilling win over Michigan State"

Markquis Nowell becomes the latest hero of the NCAA tournament with a record-breaking Sweet 16 game on the biggest stage of his life, leading Kansas State to a 98-93 overtime win against Michigan State. Other winners include Julian Strawther, UConn, Michigan State, and basketball fans. Losers include UCLA, Arkansas, and Rick Barnes.

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Markquis Nowell's record-breaking performance leads Kansas State to Sweet 16 victory over Michigan State.

Kansas State defeated Michigan State 98-93 in an overtime thriller in the Sweet 16 of the 2023 NCAA Tournament, with Wildcats guard Markquis Nowell putting together one of the most fabulous individual performances in NCAA Tournament history with 19 assists and 20 points. The victory sends Kansas State to the Elite Eight for the first time since 2018, where they will face the winner of Florida Atlantic and Tennessee.

sports2 years ago

Markquis Nowell's NCAA Tourney Performance Leads Kansas State to Elite 8

Markquis Nowell sets a new NCAA tournament record with 19 assists, scores 20 points, and racks up five steals, leading Kansas State to a 98-93 overtime victory over Michigan State to advance to the Elite Eight. Nowell's performance is one of the greatest individual performances in NCAA tournament history, and he did it after sustaining what appeared to be a serious sprained ankle midway through the second half.

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Markquis Nowell's Viral Alley-Oop: The Inside Story.

Kansas State's Markquis Nowell broke a tournament record with 19 assists, 20 points, and five steals in the Sweet 16 game against Michigan State. With under a minute left in overtime and the score tied, Nowell threw a perfect alley-oop pass to teammate Keyontae Johnson after appearing to argue with coach Jerome Tang. Nowell's trick play helped Kansas State win 98-93 and advance to the Elite Eight.

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Kansas State's Markquis Nowell sets NCAA assists record in Sweet 16 win over Michigan State.

Markquis Nowell broke the NCAA Tournament record for assists in a game with 19, leading Kansas State to a 98-93 overtime victory against Michigan State in a Sweet 16 thriller. Nowell's alley-oop to Keyontae Johnson with 52 seconds left in overtime gave the Wildcats the lead for good. He finished with 20 points and five steals in a signature performance that drew tweets of praise from Patrick Mahomes and Kevin Durant. Kansas State will face either fourth-seeded Tennessee or ninth-seeded Florida Atlantic on Saturday as they seek the program's first Final Four berth since 1964.